Here is the best way to make a mouse trap that doesn’t hurt the mouse. All you need is good bait. It is a myth that mice like cheese: Some say the myth started in France when the cooks would steal cheese and blame it on the mice. Mice really like fruits and nuts. I’ve had great results with both raisins and peanut butter. The idea behind this harmless mouse trap is simple: lure the mouse into a tube positioned over the edge of a counter. When the mouse’s weight is in the tube and not over the counter, it falls into a box waiting below. To ensure the mouse stays safe, provide some cushioning in the box to create a soft enough landing for the mouse.